With the recent tragic events to one of Jessica's high school friends' husband, we have developed an enhanced awareness of the beauty and fragility of life. We are more grateful that God has allowed us the opportunity to bring another life into this world. We accept this responsibility and plan to honor Him as much as possible.
Within the past week the realities of childbirth have begun to set in. On Monday we took a tour of the hospital. They brought us in and told us where to park, when to come in through the emergency room and what to do to get in quicker if needed. They then took us on a tour of the Labor Rooms, and the Post Partum Rooms. Actually walking into potentially the room where our baby boy will be born was really cool. The Labor room (unoccupied of course) will look normal while we wait through the labor process. Then when it comes to crunch time the ceiling opens up and reveals an advanced lighting system and the bed "transforms" and allows the MD to come in and deliver the baby. It is going to be an unbelievable time, and it's getting more real.
Then on Friday and Saturday night we took a class called Preparation for Childbirth. In this class we saw graphic videos, learned breathing techniques and both got a better idea of what the labor process is going to be like. There were cautions and encouragements. Times to call 911, and times to call your doctor.
At this point Jessica is resting a lot and I try not to let her lift anything. She has been independent most of her life and it's tough for her to let me take care of her every need...well maybe not EVERY need. Especially when it comes to rearranging the nursery for the 5th time. It is amazing to see her belly grow and the movements of our little one. Thanks for allowing us to tell you a little about how it's going and coming on this journey with us.
ps. below we posted another new picture of Jessica at 8 months
